Festival International de Sfax

المهرجان الدولي بصفاقس

Music
Sfax, SfaxJuly - AugustSince 1975Capacity: 3,000

The International Festival of Sfax is a major cultural event in Tunisia's second city. Every summer it offers a rich programme blending music, theatre and performing arts in the economic capital of the south.

Sfax, known for its economic dynamism and rich history, hosts this festival in open-air venues that showcase the city's architectural heritage. The programme highlights Tunisian artists while welcoming international talent.

The festival contributes to the cultural life of a city often seen as primarily commercial, revealing a vibrant artistic side of Sfax.

Next edition

Juillet - Août 2026
Expected

Interest over the years

60
2015
58
2016
65
2017
63
2018
72
2019Strong lineup
10
2020COVID
10
2021COVID
60
2022
62
2023
68
2024
70
2025

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Past editions

2025
21 Jul - 19 Aug
Mohamed Ali Kammoun, Balti, Saber Rebai, Nordo
2024
18 Jul - 19 Aug
Lotfi Bouchnak, Balti, Saber Rebai, Shami
2023
2022
29 Jul - 17 Aug
2021
Cancelled

Highlights

  • Cultural capital of southern Tunisia
  • Music, theatre and performing arts programme
  • Tunisia's second largest city
  • Showcasing Tunisian artists
  • Remarkable architectural heritage

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